2006 BMW 535 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, both 2006 BMW 535 and 2006 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 BMW 535.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 535 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 535 | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |